A recent exhibition illustrated the evolution of Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture in Yunnan Province, right near the Myanmar border. A land of towering mountains and gaping ravines, the region’s local culture is vividly colored by a diversity of ethnic minorities such as the Nu and Lisu people. 

The prefecture used to be one of China’s least developed sections due to its rugged and ragged terrain plus the absence of suitable transportation. It has climbed its way out of poverty by various means such as industrial upgrading and the development of tourism. 

At the exposition, set in Beijing from December 30, 2021, to January 5, visitors could obtain more information on the prefecture’s traditions, cultures and growth spurts courtesy of the photos and live performances. To take the experience to the most palpable of levels, guests could purchase local specialties and have a taste of local cuisine.

(Text and photos by Wei Yao)    

Copyedited by Elsbeth van Paridon  

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